Introducing Yourself to a New Neighbor
A new resident introduces themselves to an established neighbor, sharing their name, that they've just moved in, and perhaps a friendly comment.
新居民向老邻居介绍自己，说明姓名、刚搬来，并可能说一句友好的话。
对话
聆听并跟进对话
词汇
对话中的必备词汇和短语
neighborhood
A neighborhood is the area around your home where you live, including nearby houses and people. Use it when talking about your local community.
社区是你居住的家周围的区域，包括附近的房屋和人们。在谈论当地社区时使用它。
welcome
Welcome means to greet someone nicely when they arrive somewhere new. It's a friendly way to make others feel comfortable in a new place.
Welcome 意味着当某人到达一个新地方时友好地问候他们。这是让别人在新地方感到舒适的友好方式。
unpacked
Unpacked means to take things out of boxes after moving. It's common in conversations about moving to a new home.
拆箱意味着在搬家后从箱子里取出东西。这在关于搬到新家的对话中很常见。
hesitate
Hesitate means to feel unsure or wait before doing something. In offers of help, 'don't hesitate to ask' encourages someone to ask freely.
犹豫意味着在做某事之前感到不确定或等待。在提供帮助时，“不要犹豫问我”鼓励某人自由提问。
figure out
Figure out means to solve a problem or understand something. It's a casual phrase used when learning about new places or things.
Figure out 的意思是解决问题或理解某事。它是一个非正式的短语，用于学习新地方或事物时。
grocery store
A grocery store is a shop where you buy food and household items. It's essential vocabulary for daily life and asking for directions.
杂货店是一家出售食品和家庭用品的商店。它是日常生活和询问路线的必备词汇。
settled
Settled means to be comfortable and organized in a new place after moving. Use it to talk about getting used to a new home.
安顿好是指搬家后在新地方感到舒适并有条理。用来谈论适应新家。
anytime
Anytime means at any time, showing you're always available. It's a polite way to offer ongoing help.
Anytime 意思是随时，表明你总是可用的。这是一种礼貌地提供持续帮助的方式。
关键句型
需要记住和练习的重要短语
Hi there! I'm Emma, I just moved in next door.
This is a simple self-introduction for meeting someone new. 'Hi there' is a casual greeting, and 'moved in' means starting to live in a new place. Use it to introduce yourself in friendly situations like meeting neighbors.
这是用于结识新人的简单自我介绍。'Hi there' 是一个随意的问候语，'moved in' 意思是开始在新地方居住。在像见邻居这样的友好场合中使用它来介绍自己。
Welcome to the neighborhood. I'm Andrew.
This sentence welcomes someone and introduces yourself. 'Welcome to the neighborhood' is a common polite expression in English-speaking cultures to make newcomers feel at home. It's useful for responding to introductions.
这句话是欢迎某人并介绍自己。'Welcome to the neighborhood' 是英语文化中常见的礼貌表达，用来让新来者感到宾至如归。它在回应介绍时很有用。
Nice to meet you, Andrew!
This is a standard polite response when meeting someone for the first time. It shows respect and friendliness. Use it right after someone tells you their name to build a good first impression.
这是第一次见面时标准的礼貌回应。它显示出尊重和友好。在某人告诉你他们的名字后立即使用，以建立良好的第一印象。
It's been a bit of a whirlwind getting everything unpacked.
This describes a busy or chaotic experience. 'A bit of a whirlwind' is an idiom meaning very hectic. It's useful for sharing about recent challenges, like moving, in casual conversations. Grammar: Present perfect 'has been' for recent past actions.
这描述了一种忙碌或混乱的经历。“A bit of a whirlwind”是一个习语，意思是非常忙乱。它在随意对话中分享最近的挑战（如搬家）时很有用。语法：现在完成时“has been”用于最近的过去行动。
If you need anything at all, don't hesitate to ask.
This offers help politely. 'Don't hesitate to ask' means feel free to request assistance. It's a common phrase in neighborly interactions to show kindness. Use it when wanting to be supportive without pressure.
这是一个礼貌地提供帮助的表达。'请随时告诉我'的意思是请自由地请求协助。这是邻里互动中常见的短语，用来显示善意。在想要提供支持而不施加压力的情况下使用它。
That's very kind of you, thank you!
This thanks someone for their kindness. 'Kind of you' appreciates their nice action. It's a polite way to respond to offers of help. Useful in social situations to express gratitude.
这是对某人的善意表示感谢。'Kind of you' 赞赏他们的善举。这是礼貌地回应帮助提议的方式。在社交场合表达感激很有用。
I'm still trying to figure out where the closest grocery store is.
This expresses needing information about a location. 'Figure out' is informal for 'find out.' The question structure 'where...is' asks for directions. Practice it when seeking help in new areas.
这表达了需要关于位置的信息。“Figure out”是“find out”的非正式说法。“where...is”的疑问结构是在询问方向。在新地区寻求帮助时多练习。
That would be fantastic! Maybe once I'm a bit more settled.
This shows enthusiasm and suggests a future time. 'Fantastic' means great or wonderful. 'Once I'm settled' uses 'once' for 'after' or 'when.' It's useful for accepting help politely while delaying it.
这显示了热情并暗示了一个未来的时间。'Fantastic' 意思是伟大或精彩。'Once I'm settled' 使用 'once' 表示 'after' 或 'when'。这对于礼貌地接受帮助同时延迟它很有用。